Vixen Optics- Telescope and Mount Packages -AX103S with SXD Mount


Vixen AX103S with Sphinx SXD Mount (Item #85033)

The NEW Quad Element AX103S, f/8.0 refractor features a three element objective lens, incorporating a central ED lens. This reduces chromatic aberration and yields high contrast images. The rear Field Corrector Lens, helps to deliver sharp images to the edges of the field of view. "Precision Multi-Coating" applied to the lenses, assures high light transmission. The built in Dual Speed Focuser enables coarse and fine focus adjustments. Manufactured in Japan.

The SPHINX SXD equatorial mount and STARBOOK controller have been engineered for high-speed automatic location of celestial objects. It is now possible to explore the beauty of the night sky with greater ease and stability. The SPHINX comes standard with built in motors and the world's first star chart go-to controller, STARBOOK, with a large full color LCD display. The STARBOOK is easy to use and makes the SPHINX available to a wide range of ages and experience levels. A large astronomical database with 22,725 celestial objects is stored. A LAN Port within the controller allows for computer control and network connectivity.

Specifications:

Optical Design	ED Apochromatic Quad Element
Aperture	103mm
Focal Length	825mm
Focal Ratio	f/8
Coating	Multi Coating
Resolving Power	1.13 arc sec
Limiting Magnitude	11.8
Light Gathering Power	217x
Finder Scope	Optional
Focuser	Dual Speed
Adapter Thread	60mm/50.8mm
Astrophotography	Prime Focus, Eyepiece Projection & Afocal Imaging
Visual Back	Compression Ring
Optical Tube Length	27” (690mm)
Optical Tube Diameter	4.5” (115mm)
Optical Tube Weight	10 lb
Mount	Sphinx SXD Equatorial Mount
Tripod	HAL130 Tripod
Tripod Weight	12 lb
Mount Weight	19.4 lb
Counterweights	4.2 lb (1.9 kg) and 8.15 lb (3.7kg)
Mount Dimensions	36cm x 12cm x 36cm
Hand Controller	STAR BOOK
Load Capacity	50 lbs
Alignment Procedure	3 Star
Database	22,700 Object (Upgradeable)
Power Requirements	DC 12 volts, 0.4 to 1.7 amperes
RA Slow Motion Axis	180 tooth wheel gear – whole circle movement
DEC Slow Motion Axis	180 tooth wheel gear – whole circle movement
RA & DEC Worm Wheel	Steel
RA Coordinate Display	STAR BOOK Full Color LCD screen ; 0.1 min increments
DEC Coordinate Display	STAR BOOK Full Color LCD screen ; 1.0 are min. sec increments
Polar Axis Scope	6x20mm SX Polar Axis Scope
Altitude Adjustment	0 to 70 ° (Fine adj. with tangent screw +/-15°, 3 step elevator
Azimuth Adjustment	Double screw fine adjustment
Motors	Built in
Accessories	7x50mm Finder; Finder Bracket (Long); Flip Mirror; Dovetail Plate; Metal Carry Handle; NLV25mm Eyepiecer

Price $5799

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